Holidays

D-FW Fireworks and Other Ways To Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday

By Charles Grand / July 4, 2026 /

Whether you’re the type to spread out a blanket beneath a sky full of fireworks, wander through a neighborhood block party with a snow cone in hand, or spend the evening listening to live music before the grand finale lights up the night, North Texas has no shortage of ways to celebrate the Fourth of…

Declaration of Independence Print Takes Center Stage at Fair Park This July 4th

By Charles Grand / June 29, 2026 /

Whether you’re in town from abroad or you’re a homegrown North Texan, there’s no reason not to take in a rare piece of the nation’s founding history this July 4th season. Visitors to Fair Park’s Hall of State can view Dallas’ original 1776 printing of the Declaration of Independence as part of the new “Declarations:…

This Sunday, Get Super Sophisticated With the Perfect Game Day Hosting Home

By Daniel Lalley / February 8, 2026 /

It’s been a season of highs, lows, and enough drama to drive a reality show. And that’s just the Cowboys. Now that we’ve reached the pinnacle of the postseason, football fans across the country are prepping for the big game. Traditionally, the gatherings that go with it are strictly casual. From the attire to the…

5 Listings Worthy of Your Next Super Bowl Party

By Brenda Masse / February 6, 2026 /

Big games have a way of reminding buyers how important layout and flow can be when a home fills up with guests. With the Super Bowl around the corner, we thought about homes that would be great for game watching. What features make the list? Wide open counter space for serving large spreads of food.…

The MLK Legacy That’s Not Talked About Enough: Fair Housing

By CandysDirt / January 19, 2026 /

As the nation observes Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, there will be plenty of reflections on the man’s fight for racial justice — many focused on the historic struggles in the South. But often less appreciated is the campaign he waged up north for fair housing. What better part of his legacy for CandysDirt.com to…